Social Skills
Our 8-week social skills programs offer an opportunity for learners to engage in small groups. Our game play approach enhances social interaction and allows children to play thoughtfully with others.
Please see below to see what programs are offered at your Interactive Kids location.
Please note we offer various programs at multiple times, each focusing on different skills tailored to various developmental levels. For more specific information, please contact your local office.
Play Group
(Ages 3 Through 6 Years Old)
This is a small group setting for both child and parent or caregiver to practice a variety of social skills. At our customized play group, children practice initiating greetings, conversations, peer imitation, sharing and requesting items from peers. Circle time, ball time, music, games, obstacle courses, art activities, pretend play, and snack time all help to develop and encourage these skills. We even prepare and practice for social events such as birthdays and holidays.
Social Skills BASICS
(Ages 5 Through 8 Years Old)
Social Skills Basics builds the foundational building blocks needed for successful social interaction. Skills include parallel play, sharing, initiating & responding, verbal & non-verbal interactions, sharing, cooperative play, participating in a group, basic gameplay, and conversation.
Lego Zone
(Ages 9 Through 12 Years Old)
Lego Group focuses on building teamwork and emotional regulation skills through Lego projects. The group enhances skills such as flexibility, communication, problem-solving, and friendship-building.
Friday Night Lights
(Ages 8 Through 12 Years Old)
As a transition into the weekend, the group uses their social skills to engage in casual recreation activities and “hang out”. Focuses include engaging with peers in games, conversations, and activities, supporting independent interactions, and encouraging socialization.
KidsFit
(Ages 7 Through 11 Years Old)
While up and active, the group focuses on putting social skills into action! Skills include taking turns, following multi-step direction, basic active play (kicking, running, jumping), winning & losing, and increased accuracy of sports play.
Gaming Around
(Ages 9 Through 12 Years Old)
This group uses various games to introduce, practice, and reinforce skills such as problem-solving, good sportsmanship, strategic thinking, and maintaining attention in an interactive way.
Guy Talk
(Ages 10 Through 18 Years Old)
This Guys Only group focuses on increasing self-esteem, building healthy relationships, developing problem solving skills, and making sense of the social world through activities including brunch, games, STEM, crafting, and more.
Girl Talk
(Ages 13+)
This Girls Only group focuses on increasing self-esteem, building healthy relationships, developing problem solving skills, and making sense of the social world through activities including brunch, games, STEM, crafting, and more.
Find Out More!
Don’t see anything that interests you, or not sure if your son/daughter would fit in? Reach out to our Program Coordinators to learn more about social skill opportunities.